On Saturday 20th April, 32 pupils from Swanbourne took part in the Aylesbury Vale Primary School Cross Country Championship, at Ascott House.

There were four races (Year 3 & 4 girls, Year 3 & 4 boys, Year 5 & Year 6 girls and Year 5 & 6 boys) and we were able to field a team in all races.

With almost 100 runners in the Year 3 & 4 races and 70 in the Year 5 & 6 races our children did incredibly well. What is more, there were so many smiles and laughs mixed in with the huffing and puffing. All of the children should be very proud of their efforts, as everyone gave their all.

Our girls’ team managed to finish in 4th place overall, our boys were 5th and as a school we were an amazing 3rd place in the overall championship!

This was the first time that Swanbourne has taken part in this event, but we are hoping to now make it part of our sporting calendar. Thank you to all of the parents and families for supporting the children - it made for a lovely atmosphere.

Mr Thorp & Mrs Newman